Chapter 242: The New King

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Chapter 242: The New King The power of lightning and fire raged within Thor's body, causing an indescribable pain. But as the conflict intensified, Thor's will grew stronger and he ascended faster. Just as he was about to break through the barriers of the universe, the fusion of lightning and fire was complete, and a new power of light emerged within Thor's body. The fusion of the cosmic lightning and the fire of civilization gave birth to the God of Light, Thor. The first lightning of the universe fell into his hands, merging with his spear, while the flame of civilization fell on his shoulders, becoming a flowing cape. Thor floated in the universe with a dazzling halo behind him. With lightning in one hand and fire in the other, he declared, echoing the announcement made by the gods of Asgard when they took up their positions: "I will hold the first lightning in the universe, and ignite the flame of all civilizations. I am the explorer in the darkness and the protector in prosperity. I will serve as the light of the universe, with lightning, fire, and light all within me, past, present, and future merged as one." "As long as there is light...I will be there." In the nine kingdoms of Asgard, all the Asgardians looked up and heard this oath. And with this oath came the birth of a new branch of the World Tree. Then, leaves flew and flames rose, and all the Asgardians half-knelt down. In Odin's sleeping palace, the deep voice of the father of gods was heard: "A new king." "A new king?" "A new king..." "A new king!"Fiind updated novels at novelhall.com In the realm filled with darkness and destruction, a shadowy figure wearing a cloak of darkness let out a faint sigh: "...a new king." In the land full of death and darkness, a cigarette slowly rose from the ground, and the white smoke gradually dissipated. Where the incense rose, ash fell, and the sound of a chess piece falling on the board echoed in the room. The Ancient One sighed: "It seems that Asgard is going to have a powerful new king." Strange sat opposite her and asked, "So Loki came to you and asked you to take him to Sakaar Star for this?" "It's not just Loki, it's also Odin's intention. If Odin didn't agree, I couldn't have let his two sons go so far away to fool around." Strange made a move and asked, "So you knew early on?" The Ancient One shook her head and said, "It was Odin who knew about the truth of Ragnarok." "What is that?" "Asgard has asked too much from the universe, and one day they will have to pay it back. Ragnarok is their debt repayment to the universe." The Ancient One shook her head again and said with a hint of doubt, "The strength of the gods is not without reason. They also have debtors who are even stronger." He saw Thor squatting down, untying the chain on his wrist, tearing off the iron chain on it, and putting the iron ring fixed on his wrist on his own wrist. Then, he grabbed the lightning spear and stabbed it into his own shoulder. Blood splattered on Loki's face. He widened his eyes and looked at Thor. Thor frowned, the pained expression fleeting. He supported his body with his knee and looked at Loki, saying, "I apologize for ignoring your situation and apologize to everyone who has been neglected in Asgard because they were not strong enough or unable to fight." "Our civilization should not only be about violence and destruction. It is not the world that is wrong, but us." "The only thing in my eyes should not be military exploits and honor. It is not only on the battlefield that being injured in combat is the pride of Asgardians." "If the decayed dogma has penetrated into the marrow of everyone in Asgard..." Thor threw down his spear and used his injured hand to touch the wound on his shoulder. Blood flowed from his fingertips, and he said, "...then this scar and chain will remind me of the price I have to pay for my shortsightedness." Loki closed his eyes tightly and tilted his head to one side, a look of unwillingness on his face. He grabbed the dirt on the ground, squeezing it hard, but he didn't hold onto anything. Thor stared at Loki and said, "I do not believe that Ragnarok is inevitable. I must lead Asgard out of this fate, so I need your help. I ask of you, Loki..." Loki pursed his lips and his chest heaved with pain. He realized that whenever he got what he wanted or what he thought he wanted, it wasn't joy that filled his heart but more unwillingness. Thor bowed his head to him, apologized, and even asked for his help, but Loki couldn't feel any happiness. Because this Thor had truly become the rightful heir to Asgard. Loki never thought that the blind and arrogant Thor from before was worthy of his status. He mocked, disdained, and sneered at him. But when Thor truly became worthy of his position, Loki once again felt a strong sense of unwillingness. If Thor was good enough, then he would become the villain lurking in the shadows, only capable of scheming. Thor wasn't worthy of his status, and that was the best excuse Loki could find for his ugly pranks. But when Thor was worthy of his position, Loki realized that he didn't have Thor's generosity and he didn't want to repent sincerely. He realized that he was more despicable than Thor. He had tried all means and exhausted all ways, but still lost. He lost thoroughly in bloodline, family, ability, and magnanimity. Seeing that Loki didn't answer, Thor said, "I swear to you, no matter the past, present, or future, I will always forgive you..." And Thor's final words were like a sword piercing into Loki's heart. "If Ragnarok is truly inevitable, at least I can guarantee that I will die before you, my brother." After the storm subsided, the dark clouds over Sakaar Star disappeared, and the atmosphere that had been split by lightning was now bathed in even stronger sunlight. The intense light made Loki unsure if he was crying. But finally, on the desolate wasteland, the young prince's voice drifted away with the wind, getting further and further away. "...The new king."

Chapter 242: The New King

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